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Social Security election panel lets 12m vote without prior registration

14 Sept 01:35 Key points summarised by AI

The Social Security Board election committee revised voting rules, allowing approximately 12 million insured people and employers to vote on September 27 without prior registration.
This change, which followed a Central Administrative Court order, aims to significantly increase voter turnout from the previously low registration numbers, potentially necessitating a review of the election budget.

18 Oct 12:30 Key points summarised by AI

A recent NIDA poll indicates that a plurality of the public (30.38%) anticipates Kla Tham Party MPs will vote to support all 18 cabinet ministers targeted in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
Respondents believe the Ministry of Interior (38.78%) and the Prime Minister’s Office (21.37%) will face the toughest questioning during the censure debate.
Economic issues, particularly alleged incompetence in addressing problems (34.27%) and the rising cost of living (25.88%), are cited as the primary concerns for the government during the censure.
The public holds high expectations for the Opposition's case, with 45.65% believing clear, concrete evidence will be presented against all 18 ministers, and 41.22% expecting substantial evidence against specific ministers.